Description
A simple and delightful recipe for heart-shaped cookies that are easy to slice and bake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup colored sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- If using, fold in the colored sprinkles.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 2 inches in diameter.
- Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a festive touch, use cookie cutters to create different shapes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months; just slice and bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg